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Wole Soyinka on writing, politics and the power of a novel

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Literature as a Political Mirror

This chapter examines the interplay between literature and politics, focusing on how writers act as public intellectuals in a dynamic social landscape. It highlights the significance of literary works in addressing societal issues while detailing the author's personal journey back to novel writing as a means of exploring complex themes.

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